music quiz for children
Welcome to Music Quiz Questions for Youngsters. Here you'll find two collections of quiz questions and answers suitable for children, families, and anyone who wants to play an online quiz featuring reasonably challenging music questions. The questions cover film and TV themes, instruments, musical terms, and famous artists that often appear in children's everyday lives, but with details that will make adults think too. You can play alone, in teams, or have someone read the questions aloud. Each question has a short, clear answer followed by a brief explanation, so you can quickly learn something new without it being too lengthy. Perfect for rainy days, parties, classrooms, or a quick, entertaining break that also sharpens memory and listening skills.
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Round 1: Songs, films and artists
Vilken svensk duo sjöng ledmotivet till filmen Frost på svenska?
Answer: Mimmi Sandén and Ana Diaz
The Swedish voice actors sang the main theme song in the Swedish version of the film. The duo is associated with the Swedish dub and the cinema and streaming soundtrack release.
Stockholm
Answer: Stockholm
The group was formed in Stockholm and became known through the Swedish hip hop and pop scene there. Their early gigs and collaborations are often linked to the capital.
1999
Answer: 1980
The song was a major international hit and was released in the same year it competed. It is associated with the group's period of global top rankings.
The Lion King
Answer: The Lion King
The film features several songs that have become classics, and the soundtrack's music was produced to carry the story. Elton John contributed melodies and vocal material to several tracks.
Which Swedish artist broke through with "Ingen annan rör mig som du" as a child star?
Answer: Agnes Carlsson
She gained early attention on Swedish television and later continued as a pop artist. The song is linked to her first period in the spotlight before international releases.
Which film series has the theme song that starts with a lone electric guitar and is called "James Bond Theme"?
Answer: James Bond
The signature tune is used as a recurring theme throughout the film series. It is based on a clear riff that frequently reappears in the opening credits and action sequences.
Kevin Borg
Answer: Kevin Borg
He won the Idol 2008 final and released the winning song shortly afterwards. His breakthrough is linked to the TV show and subsequent single release.
Which group made the original of "Dancing Queen"?
Answer: ABBA
The song was released in the 1970s and became one of the group's biggest international successes. It is characterised by disco-pop arrangements and strong choruses.
Which animated TV series has an opening song with the words "Simpson" in the chorus?
Answer: The Simpsons
The series' signature tune is well-known and used in every episode. It often varies in short gags, but the main theme is recognisable.
Björn Ulvaeus och Benny Andersson
Answer: Björn Skifs
His version became a big hit and is characterised by its rhythmic intro. The recording experienced a new surge in popularity through its use in film and popular culture.
Filmen som har låten ”Let It Go” som central sång i handlingen är Frost.
Answer: Frost
The song is used as a narrative turning point for the main character. It became a global hit and exists in many language versions with the same melody.
Which Swedish group performed the song "Tusen och en natt" that won Eurovision in 1991?
Answer: Carola
The entry won the competition after a vote that was very close. The performance and song are one of Sweden's most famous competition memories.
Ed Sheeran
Answer: Ed Sheeran
The album contains several international singles and was released in 2017. The song about a castle became one of the most played on radio and streaming.
Which children's film has a blue character named Stitch and an Elvis-inspired soundtrack?
Answer: Lilo & Stitch
The film uses several Elvis songs to set the mood and atmosphere. The music choices tie into the characters' interests and the film's humour.
Which Swedish artist had a hit with "Svag" which is often sung at school graduations?
Answer: Victor Leksell
The song became one of Sweden's most streamed and was often played in public settings. The lyrics and melody made it popular in choirs and among young listeners.
The Beatles
Answer: The Beatles
The song was released in the 1960s and became part of an animated film with the same theme. It is known for its playful lyrics and simple sing-along chorus.
Pharrell Williams
Answer: Pharrell Williams
The song was written for the film's soundtrack and became a global radio hit. It gained widespread popularity through dance videos and its use in many contexts.
Håkan Hellström
Answer: Håkan Hellström
The song became an early hallmark of his style and stage persona. It is often linked to Gothenburg and his breakthrough period in the early 2000s.
Harry Potter
Answer: Harry Potter
The theme is used repeatedly throughout the film series and is strongly associated with the magical world. The music functions as a recognisable motif in several parts.
Which Swedish artist released "Solen i ögonen" and became big in the 2000s?
Answer: Lars Winnerbäck
The album and song contributed to a wider breakthrough in Sweden. He is known for narrative lyrics and a mix of rock and folk music.
Katy Perry
Answer: Katy Perry
The song was released as a single and became a major international hit. It is characterised by a powerful chorus and a message about daring to take up space.
Which Swedish
Answer: Pippi Longstocking
The song is a familiar theme from TV and film adaptations of the stories. It is often used in children's contexts and is linked to Astrid Lindgren's character.
Toy Story
Answer: Toy Story
The song is used to reflect friendship and the relationship between the main characters. It recurs in several parts and is strongly associated with the film series.
Caesars
Answer: Caesars
The song gained international distribution and was used in advertising and television. The driving rhythm and guitar sound made it popular in energetic contexts.
Dua Lipa
Answer: Dua Lipa
The album blends modern pop with disco influences and was critically acclaimed. The single had a significant impact on streaming and social media.
Let's test your maths knowledge
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Round 2: Instruments, terms and listening skills
Ett piano
Answer: Piano
The instrument plays notes via keys that strike strings or digital sounds. It is used to learn chords, melodies, and aural skills in many schools and music schools.
What is the tempo designation that means the music should be played fast?
Answer: Allegro
It is an Italian term that indicates a lively tempo. It is used in musical notation to give musicians a guideline for speed and character.
G-dur eller e-moll
Answer: A major
Sharps indicate which notes are raised throughout the piece. Three sharps imply a specific combination that leads to A major as the key.
Förstärkare
Amplifier
It receives an electrical signal from the instrument and amplifies it. The sound is often shaped with controls for volume, treble and bass before it is played back.
A rhythmic figure consisting of three beats where the first is stressed.
Answer: Waltz
It is a triple metre
Ackord
Answer: Agreements
It creates harmony and is used to build accompaniment behind melodies. In many songs, chords follow a recurring sequence that gives the music its basic feel.
Violinen
Answer: violin
The instrument is held under the chin and played with a bow across the strings. It is common in classical music but is also used in folk music and pop arrangements.
Halvnot
Answer: Half note
The note value describes how long a note should sound in relation to the beat. A half note lasts for two beats in a simple 4/4 time signature.
Claves
Answer: Claves
The instrument consists of two hard wooden sticks that produce a clear clicking sound. It is used to mark rhythmic patterns and hold an ensemble together.
Kontrapunkt
Answer: Octavisation
This means that the same note name sounds in different registers at the same time. The effect makes the melody fuller and is often used in arrangements and orchestration.
Which music term means to play softly?
Answer: Piano
This is a dynamic marking in musical notation indicating low volume. The opposite is often a marking meaning loud, which aids the interpretation of the expression.
Refrängen
Answer: Refrain
It recurs several times and often contains the song's main melody and message. The structure allows the listener to quickly recognise the part and participate.
Which instrument has a mouthpiece and is often used in school orchestras with three valves?
Answer: Trumpet
It is a brass instrument where valves change the length of the tubing and pitch. It is used in everything from marches to jazz, pop, and classical orchestras.
Triangelstång
Answer: Triangle stick
It is usually made of metal and provides clear striking on the instrument. By where you strike and how hard, you can vary the tone and volume.
Brygga
Answer: Jetty
It creates variation and leads the listener further into the structure. Often, the harmony or rhythm is changed to provide contrast before the next recurring section.
What instrument is played by blowing over a hole and covering keys?
Answer: Cross flute
It is a woodwind instrument with a key system that controls the pitch. The sound is created when the airstream is split at the mouthpiece and set in vibration.
Grundtonen
Answer: Keynote
It functions as the centre of the key and provides a sense of resolution. Many melodies and chord progressions move away from and back to it.
What time signature has six eighth notes per bar and often feels like two large beats?
Answer: 6/8
It is often divided into two groups of three eighth notes. The feeling becomes swaying and is used in many songs, folk tunes, and certain pop ballads.
What is the name of the family of instruments with bass drums, snare drum and cymbals played together?
Answer: Drum kit
It consists of several parts played by one person with sticks and pedals. It is used to keep time and create rhythmic patterns in bands.
Crescendo
Answer: Crescendo
It is often indicated by a crescente sign in musical notation. The purpose is to build tension by allowing the music to become louder over a phrase or longer passage.
Vilket stränginstrument har vanligtvis fyra strängar och spelas ofta med pizzicato i pop?
Answer: Elbas
The instrument plays low notes that bind together rhythm and harmony. Pizzicato means plucking the strings with the fingers for a clear attack.
En kort melodislinga som upprepas och bygger igenkänning i en låt kallas för ett hook.
Answer: Riff
This is a recurring pattern often played by guitar or keyboard. The riff can be the signature of the song and help the listener recognise it instantly.
What type of choir consists solely of voices in the brightest registers?
Answer: Children's choir
It consists of young voices with a light timbre and often limited range. The repertoire is usually adapted for clear lyrics and melodies suitable for their age.
#
Answer: Cross
Symbols are placed in front of the note and change the pitch directly. It can also be part of the key signature and then affects all corresponding notes in the bar.
Kanon
Answer: Great
It's a form where one voice starts and others follow with the same melody. The effect creates layers of sound and is often used in singing and teaching.
